Student Advisor Jobs

Student Advisor jobs are open across higher education, K-12 districts, and nonprofit organizations, from entry-level advisor to senior director, with specializations in academic advising, career counseling, and college access. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles163+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerEast Side House Settlement
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Work type47% Hybrid
Top industryEducation

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Interim Student Success Advisor- MSUAASF Range C
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Interim Student Success Advisor- MSUAASF Range C
Minnesota State
Saint Cloud, Minnesota
Customer Service
Human Resources
Teaching & Instruction
$48k - $94k/yr
Master's degree

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Student Educational Advisor
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Student Educational Advisor
Paul Mitchell The School Esani
Roswell, Georgia
Business Strategy
Compliance & Risk
Consulting & Professional Services
$48k - $55k/yr

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Student Success Coach and Academic Advisor
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Student Success Coach and Academic Advisor
University of Hartford
West Hartford, Connecticut
Corporate Training
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
$46k - $51k/yr
Bachelor's degree
501-1,000

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Student Affairs Advisor
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Student Affairs Advisor
Computer Systems Institute
Charlestown, Massachusetts
Corporate Training
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Bachelor of Arts
201-500

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Student Ready Advisor
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Student Ready Advisor
University of Texas at Arlington
Arlington, Texas
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$52k - $74k/yr
Hybrid
Master's degree
5,001-10,000

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Student Advisor Job Market

Who's Hiring

East Side House Settlement7 open roles
San Diego State University6 open roles
Ashland School District5 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in student advisor jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree required, master's degree in counseling, education, or related field preferred
  • Experience advising or mentoring students in an educational or nonprofit setting
  • Proficiency with student information systems such as Banner, PeopleSoft, or Salesforce Education Cloud
  • Knowledge of FERPA regulations and student record confidentiality requirements
  • Strong case management skills with experience handling a high-volume student caseload
  • Familiarity with degree audit software and academic progression tracking tools

Tips for Your Student Advisor Job Search

Tailor your resume to each institution type

Community colleges, four-year universities, and nonprofit college-access programs each value different things. Highlight caseload size and retention outcomes for community colleges, and first-generation student experience for nonprofits. Generic resumes get screened out fast.

Quantify your student outcomes on your resume

Hiring managers want to see what changed because of your work. Replace phrases like 'supported students' with specific results, such as persistence rates you influenced or the number of students you guided through a particular milestone, even if estimates.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists student advisor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Filter openings by the population you want to serve

Student advisor roles vary enormously by population, from first-generation college students and transfer students to graduate and international learners. Target postings that match the student population you have direct experience with to make your application more compelling.

Prepare for scenario-based interview questions

Interviewers for student advisor roles almost always use situational prompts, such as how you handled a student in academic crisis or a missed advising deadline. Prepare two or three real examples that show your process, not just the outcome.

Negotiate using total compensation, not just salary

Many institutions have limited salary flexibility but offer tuition remission, professional development funds, and flexible scheduling. Ask about all of these during the offer stage, especially if the posted salary is below your target.

Student Advisor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most student advisors?

East Side House Settlement, San Diego State University, and Ashland School District are hiring the most student advisors right now, with openings concentrated in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is consistently strong at community colleges and large public university systems.

How many student advisor jobs are remote?

About 60% of student advisor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote roles more common in career advising, online program advising, and graduate admissions than in traditional academic advising roles that require in-person student meetings on campus.

How do you become a student advisor?

Most student advisor roles require at least a bachelor's degree, and many prefer a master's in counseling, higher education, or a related field. Gaining hands-on experience through roles in tutoring, residence life, or college access programs builds the advising skills employers look for. Earning credentials like NACADA membership or a school counseling license strengthens your candidacy for competitive positions.

Can you get a student advisor job with little or no experience?

Yes, entry-level student advisor roles exist, especially at community colleges and nonprofit college-access organizations that often hire candidates who can demonstrate lived experience navigating higher education themselves. Volunteer work with mentoring programs, internships in academic affairs offices, or part-time roles as a peer advisor give you direct advising experience that substitutes for full professional history on a resume.

What does the student advisor interview process look like?

Most student advisor interviews include a phone or video screening with HR, followed by a panel interview with advising staff and a supervisor. Many institutions add a practical component, such as a mock advising session with a student actor or a written case study. References from supervisors in education or student services are typically required before an offer is extended.

Where can I find and apply to student advisor jobs?

You can find and apply to student advisor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from institutions and organizations across the United States. Search for roles that match your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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